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basinet

bas·i·net
B b

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    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • UK Pronunciation
    • UK IPA
    • [bas-uh-nit, -net, bas-uh-net]
    • /ˈbæs ə nɪt, -ˌnɛt, ˌbæs əˈnɛt/
    • /ˈbæ.sɪ.nət/
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [bas-uh-nit, -net, bas-uh-net]
    • /ˈbæs ə nɪt, -ˌnɛt, ˌbæs əˈnɛt/

Definitions of basinet word

  • noun basinet a close-fitting medieval helmet of light steel usually with a visor 3
  • noun basinet a light, steel, medieval helmet 3
  • noun basinet a globular or pointed helmet of the 14th century, often provided with a visor or aventail: evolved from the cervellière. Compare great basinet. 1
  • noun basinet a supplementary cap that is worn underneath a helm, as an arming cap. 1
  • noun basinet A medieval helmet of light steel, fitting close to the wearer’s head and typically having a visor. 1
  • noun basinet bascinet. 0

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Origin of basinet

First appearance:

before 1250
One of the 11% oldest English words
1250-1300; Middle English bas(e)net < Middle French bacinet. See basin, -et

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Parts of speech for Basinet

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basinet popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 83% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.

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